She was born May 17, 1922, in Auglaize County, to Charles and Mary Deeringer Shoup. On Aug. 31, 1946, she married John V. Sidenbender, who died on July 23, 1983.

Surviving are two daughters, Jan Vivanco and Sharon Sidenbender; and two grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a sister and four brothers.

She retired from the St. Marys Hardware Store after 25 years service. She was a member of Wayne Street United Methodist church where she taught Sunday school for many years. She was a 4-H advisor in the county for many years.

Private family funeral rites were held Jan. 28, 2008, at Miller Funeral Home. Burial followed at Resthaven Memory Gardens.